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What are bolts in climbing?

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  1. Fixed anchors drilled into rock
  2. Removable crack protection
  3. Belay knots

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References

  1. NPS Arches National Park: Rock Climbing www.nps.gov/arch/planyourvisit/rockclimbing.htm Checked 2026-10-12.
  2. American Alpine Club: Lead Climbing, Clipping Bolts and Placing Gear americanalpineclub.org/news/2023/6/22/protection-the-ins-and-outs-of-sport-and-trad-climbing-protection Checked 2026-10-12.

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